The Role of Filipino Occupational Therapists in Substance Addiction and Rehabilitation: A Q-Methodology

More than the shortage of manpower, occupational therapists (OTs) in substance addiction and rehabilitation (SAR) practice have remained underused and misunderstood in the Philippines. This study aimed to identify the role of Filipino OTs in people with SUD based on the perspectives of OTs, mental h...

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Published in:Occupational therapy in mental health 2018-10, Vol.34 (4), p.367-388
Main Authors: Sy, Michael P., Ohshima, Nobuo, Roraldo, Ma. Patricia Nicole R.
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Addictions
Caregivers
Labor force participation
Medical personnel
Mental disorders
Mental health professionals
Occupational therapists
Occupational therapy
Philippino
Rehabilitation
Staffing
Substance use disorder
Well being
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Summary:More than the shortage of manpower, occupational therapists (OTs) in substance addiction and rehabilitation (SAR) practice have remained underused and misunderstood in the Philippines. This study aimed to identify the role of Filipino OTs in people with SUD based on the perspectives of OTs, mental health professionals, and former service users and carers in the community. Using Q-Methodology (QM), this research revealed a tripartite role for Filipino OTs in SAR: (a) "Promoter of occupational participation," (b) "Collaborator to enhance participation and well-being," and (c) "Facilitator of environmental supports for occupational participation."
ISSN:0164-212X
1541-3101
DOI:10.1080/0164212X.2018.1446206